This three-hour online course covers in-depth descriptions of maintenance, repairs, additions and retrofits of coastal buildings. Methods to reduce damage from corrosion, moisture, weathering and termites are discussed along with building elements that require frequent maintenance. Methods which when followed will increase the durability of a building in harsh coastal environments and reduce economic losses associated with coastal natural disasters. The course discusses the retrofits that can be undertaken while performing routine maintenance. References for FEMA Technical Sheets, Bulletins, NFPA Standards, and Building Codes are also provided in reference sections of the text.
This course can serve as a guide in understanding the natural coastal processes for building protection. It should also serve as reference in providing consultation and analysis for new and existing buildings in a constantly changing coastal environment.
This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

NY PE & PLS: You must choose courses that are technical in nature or related to matters of laws and ethics contributing to the health and welfare of the public. NY Board does not accept courses related to office management, risk management, leadership, marketing, accounting, financial planning, real estate, and basic CAD. Specific course topics that are on the borderline and are not acceptable by the NY Board have been noted under the course description on our website.

AIA Members: You must take the courses listed under the category "AIA/CES Registered Courses" if you want us to report your Learning Units (LUs) to AIA/CES. If you take courses not registered with AIA/CES, you need to report the earned Learning Units (not qualified for HSW credits) using Self Report Form provided by AIA/CES.